P. A.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

(An Autonomous Institution)
An ISO 9001:2015 Certified Institution- Accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ Grade
Department of Mechanical Engineering
(Accredited by NBA)

Course Code : 19CAHS004

Course Name : PROFESSIONAL ETHICS IN ENGINEERING
Year / Semester : IV / VIII

ASSIGNMENT-II ANSWER KEY

1.What is engineering ethics?

Study of the moral issues and decisions confronting individuals and organizations
engaged in engineering / profession. Study of related questions about the moral ideals,
character, policies and relationships of people and corporations involved in
technological activity. Moral standards /values and system of morals.

2.What do you mean by ethical pluralism?

Ethical pluralism is the view that there may be alternative moral perspectives that are
reasonable, but no one of which must be accepted completely by all rational and
morally concerned persons.

3.What are the types of Theories about Morality/ Right action?

Virtue ethics – Virtues and vices
Utilitarianism – Most good for the most people
Duty ethics – Duties to respect people
Rights ethics – Human rights

4.Explain Ethical Egoism

It deals with self-interest. Each person is the best judge of their own self-interest and
is responsible for maximizing their own interest. Egoism preaches selfishness but
morality should encourage love, compassion etc.

5.Differentiate Ethical Relativism and Ethical Egoism?

Ethical egoism – the view that right action consist in producing one’s own good.
Ethical relativism – the view that right action is merely what the law and customs of
one’s society require

6.Explain moral integrity?

Moral integrity is the strength of character on the basis of moral concern and moral
values.
Integrity is the bridge that links the responsibilities between personal life and
professional carrier.
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(An Autonomous Institution)
An ISO 9001:2015 Certified Institution- Accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ Grade
Department of Mechanical Engineering
(Accredited by NBA)

7.Explain profession and professionalism?

Profession is a job through which someone makes living.
Professionalism covers comprehensively all areas of practice of a particular
profession. It requires skills and responsibilities involved in engineering profession.

8.Give the importance of Lawrence Kohlberg’s and Carol Gilligan’s theory?

Kohlberg gives greater emphasis to recognizing rights and abstract universal rules.
Gilligan Stresses the importance of maintaining personal relationships based on
mutual caring.

9.Define Ethics. Mention some universally accepted ethical standards.

"Ethics" as the "discipline dealing with what is good and bad and with moral duty and
obligation," "a set of moral principles or value" or "a theory or system of moral
values." Ethics assists individuals in deciding when an act is moral or immoral, right
or wrong. Ethics can be grounded in natural law, religious tenets, parental and family
influence, educational experiences, life experiences, and cultural and societal
expectations. Ethical Standard such as Focus on ethics, Corporate culture,
Managerial

10.Define “Professionalism‟.
Professionalism means behaving in an ethical manner while assuming and fulfilling
your rightful responsibilities in every situation every time, without fail. To get a bit
more granular, one can say that it means, in part, conducting your affairs in such a
way as to engender trust and confidence in every aspect of your work.

11.What are the pros and cons of industrial standardization?

 Accuracy in measurement, interchange ability, eases of handling.
 Prevention on of injury, death and loss of income or property.
 Fair value of price.
 Competence in carrying out tasks.
 Sound design, ease of communications.

12.Name some of the important code of ethics published by engineering societies.

National society of professional Engineers
Board of Ethical review
NSPE opinion of the Board of ethical review
American Association of Engineering societies (AAES)
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE).
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(An Autonomous Institution)
An ISO 9001:2015 Certified Institution- Accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ Grade
Department of Mechanical Engineering
(Accredited by NBA)

13.What are the problems with the law in engineering

 Minimal compliance
 Many laws are without enforce able sanctions.

14.How engineering could be regarded as preventive technology?

As per the familiar proverb that "prevention is better than cure", the ultimate process
of solving the scientific-based problems is not by curing alone, but effectively by the
preventive measures. Such type of defensive measures to prevent scientific ills is
called preventive technology.

15.What are the general features of morally responsible engineers?

a. Conscientiousness.
b. Comprehensive perspective.
c. Autonomy.
d. Accountability.

16.What is meant by engineering as experimentation?

Experimentation (Preliminary tests or Simulations) plays a vital role in the design of a
product or process.
In all stages of converting a new engineering concept into a design likes,
 first rough cut design,
 usage of different types of materials and processes,
 detailed design,
 further stages of work design

17.State the importance of Ethics codes.

Engineers shall uphold and advance the integrity, honor, and dignity of the
engineering profession by:
 using their knowledge and skill for the enhancement of the human race;
 Being honest and impartial and serving with fidelity the public, their
employers, and clients.
 Striving to increase the competence and prestige of the engineering profession.
 supporting the professional and technical societies of their discipline
 P. A. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
(An Autonomous Institution)
An ISO 9001:2015 Certified Institution- Accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ Grade
Department of Mechanical Engineering
(Accredited by NBA)

18.What are the senses of engineering ethics?

An activity and area of inquiry
 Ethical problems, issues and controversies
 Ethical problems, issues and controversies
 Particular set of beliefs, attitudes and habits.
 Morally correct.

19.Define Engineering Ethics.

 Study of the moral issues and decisions confronting individuals and
organizations Engaged in engineering / profession.
 Study of related questions about the moral ideals, character, policies and
relationships
 Of people and corporations involved in technological activity.
 Moral standards / values and system of morals

20.List the advantages of industrial standards.

 Increased marketability
 Reduced operational expenses
 Better management control
 Increased customer satisfaction
 Improved internal communication